Equine Science- Spring Semester Exam 2025

The Appaloosa breed was developed by which native American Indian tribe?

• Cherokee
• Apache
• Nez Perce
• Sioux

What is this facial marking?

• Strip
• Blaze
• Star
• Snip

What was the primary reason horses were replaced in agriculture?

• A decrease in horse population
• Government policies
• The invention of the tractor
• High cost of feeding horses

What is the oldest continuously running sports event in the United States?

• Kentucky Derby
• Olympics
• Boston Marathon
• World Series

How do you measure a horse? By the length of a….

• Ruler
• Hand
• Tape Measure
• Tail

What is this facial marking?

• Strip
• Blaze
• Star
• Snip

What type of facial marking is this?

• Bald
• Blaze
• Star
• Snip

Which of the following is a draft horse breed known for its size and feathered legs?

• Arabian
• Quarter Horse
• Clydesdale
• Mustang

What is a "foal"?

• A mature male horse
• A baby horse of either gender less than 3 months old
• A young female horse
• A horse used for racing

What Olympic events included horses in 1450 B.C.?

• Jumping events
• Chariot racing
• Endurance races
• Dressage